To make up your mind
Example: Please make up your mind before we leave the house.
Definition
"Make up your mind" means to decide firmly on a course of action or opinion after considering the options. It involves reaching a conclusion or choice, often after some deliberation or uncertainty, as in the phrase: Please make up your mind before we leave the house.
Etymology
The phrase "make up your mind" originates from the combination of 'make up,' meaning to form or compose, and 'mind,' referring to one's thoughts or decision-making faculty. It has been used since the 16th century to describe the process of settling on a decision. Did you know? The phrase captures the mental 'assembly' of thoughts leading to a final choice.
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"To make up your mind" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A2) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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